Custom 1,200 lb. lead shoe added to keel by Mars Metal for enhanced stability and speed
Recent Survey Available
New Bottom Paint 2026
Sails professionally cleaned and serviced.
Barrier-coated bottom for long-term hull protection
Recent Upgrades & Maintenance:
New rudder bearings for smooth, responsive steering
New sail cover & connector for superior protection
New Water Tanks, hoses and filtration
Exceptional Ownership & Documentation:
Formerly owned by the President of the Salty Dog Sailing Association
Meticulous records & maintenance logs ensure top-tier upkeep
Competitive & Comfortable:
Designed for efficiency and speed, ideal for both cruising and racing
Will have little competition around the buoys on Wednesday night races
1998 Saga 43 – Performance, Comfort, and Proven Pedigree
The 1998 Saga 43 is a fast, stable, and well-balanced performance cruiser, designed for sailors who demand both speed and comfort. With a narrow hull, efficient sail plan, and lightweight construction, she offers impressive upwind performance and easy handling, whether short-handed or fully crewed.
"Alacrity" stands out with key upgrades, including a custom 1,200 lb. Mars Metal keel shoe for added stability and speed, a barrier-coated bottom, new rudder bearings, and a new sunbrella Refinished wood, new sanitation lines, a new Force10 stove and new microwave add fresh comfort to her well-appointed interior.
Formerly owned by the President of the Salty Dog Sailing Association, this vessel has been maintained with meticulous care, complete with detailed records and maintenance logs. Whether you're looking for a competitive edge in Wednesday night races or a capable offshore cruiser, Alacrity delivers an exhilarating and confident sailing experience.
Come see her today and feel the difference in every knot!
Crusader Yacht Sales is pleased to assist you in the purchase of this vessel. This boat is centrally listed by S&J Yachts. It is offered as a convenience by this broker/dealer to its clients and is not intended to convey direct representation of a particular vessel
SPECIFICATIONS
Basic Boat Info
BuilderSaga
Model43
CategoryCruiser-Racer
TypeSail
Year1998
HIN/IMOQYG430100298
ConditionUsed
Fuel TypeDiesel
Hull MaterialFiberglass
Number of Engines1
Dimensions
LOA43' 3"
Beam12'
Max Draft5' 9"
Min Draft5' 9"
Dry Weight0 LBS
Engines
MakeYanmar
Engine Power40.27 KW
Year1998
Model4JH2E
FuelDiesel
TypeInboard
Engines1
Tanks
Fuel Tank75 GAL
Other
Displacement19,842 LBS
Keel TypeFin Keel
Cabins2
Sleeps6
ADDITIONAL INFO
The Saga 43 is a high-performance cruiser/racer designed for sailors who demand both speed and comfort. Featuring a Solent rig for enhanced versatility and optimized sail handling, this yacht delivers exceptional performance in a wide range of conditions. Bob Perry design, she will go fast.
FULL DETAILS
equipment/upgrades
NOTABLE Maintenance and Upgrades
2007
new Mainsail
new Genoa
new Staysail
new Storm Jib and removable stay
2010
Unstepped Mast, Refinished and refurbished mast and boom.
New Running Rigging and Shrouds
2014
new Espar Cabin Heater
new Brunton's Autoprop
2017
new Raymarine radar
new multifunction Axiom plotte
New autopilot system, wind/speed, depth instruments, AIS paired with VHF
New Fuel Polisher
Sails inspected, resewn as needed and suncovers replaced
Shroud and backstay mounting hardware inspected and bolts replaced
2018
All new stainless steel mounts fabricated for solar panels, provide strength, protection and facilitate quick disconnect to remove panels in the event of a severe storm
New compressor unit installed for freezer
New fresh water pump installed
2020
Removed and flushed hot water tank thoroughly, added foam tape to mounting bands and reinstalled (had get tank out of way temporarily to work on exhaust hose, so may as well make sure it was all set)
Replaced exhaust hose and clamps from engine to transom. Added new fiberglass elbows to reduce stress on exhaust hose at bends.
Replaced raw water hoses on engine from intake to pump and from pump to engine Replaced panel over Nav station, added cubbies and put spice cubby on galley side of bulkhead over sink
Refinished interior with shipwright recommended 40% spar varnish, 40% tung oil and 20% mineral spirits as finish.
Installed new joker valve in aft toilet, replaced all waste line hoses and clamps
Stripped and refinished hatchway screens, new screens added.
Sunbrella cover for hatchway screens made to protect hatchway screens when not in use
Replace aft head sink/shower sump, float switch & pump
Replace aluminum water tanks with new 3/8” DuraCast polypropylene tanks and water lines (same shape/size except 1” taller), added floorboards (sealed with 4 coats of polyurethane) under tanks to better distribute weight.
All new hatch lenses installed and protective covers added
Install new shower head in forward head.
Change transmission oil
2022
Electric winch rebuilt by Harken
Fuel tank inspection and cleanout
2023
Install LED navigation lights
Replaced Engine Starter Battery
2024
Replaced 4 House Batteries with Mastervolt 8d 225 AH AGM sealed batteries. Reprogrammed Xantrex controller for new batteries.
Cost almost as much to fix as a new one. New unit installed Jan 2024. An issue was discovered with the power cable and it was dropping voltage.A connector was replaced, it’s now working well.
Replaced exhaust fan vents for engine area
Replaced cockpit speakers due to sun damage
Genoa inspected, minor fixes, UV cover patched, added a tack lashing to take some pressure off the jib tack extension by Omar Sails & Rigging, New Bern. Reported sail still very functional, since it’s part laminate, couldn’t get some of the stains out
2026
New Bottom Paint
Sails professionally cleaned and inspected
Recent Survey Available
mechanical disclaimer
Engine and generator hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing brochure.
disclaimer
The company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change or withdrawal without notice.
